IntraLase

and now IntraLase

Traditionally, doctors have used an instrument called a microkeratome for the creation of corneal flaps. The microkeratome is a hand-held blade that moves across the eye, cutting the corneal flap as it goes. While LASIK is extremely safe, if complications do occur the microkeratome is most often the cause.
Now a femtosecond laser can be used to create the flap instead of a blade. This laser procedure is called IntraLase. IntraLase gives the surgeon the ability to tailor the LASIK procedure, including the diameter of the flap, its thickness and hinge, to fit each patient.